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4.4.2 Date of effect of reassessments for instalment individuals

Introduction

Individuals who receive their FTB by instalments are required to notify Centrelink of changes in their circumstances that may cause them to cease to be eligible or become eligible for a reduced amount of FTB. The change in FTB entitlement will generally take effect from the date of the event. This section describes the date of effect provisions where a reassessment of FTB entitlement has been made.

Last reviewed: 7 November 2022